Best bodymindself Podcasts (2024)

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Young people and mental health—JFL speaks to the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) 18:27

5M ago18:27

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JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) speaks to the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) on the topic of Young people and mental health on 9th November 2023 in Brussels. You can play back the full event here: https://jfl.com/x/young-people-and-mental-health-jfl-speaks-to-the-european-economic-and-social-committee-eesc/If you find these ideas valuab…

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Social Determinants 1:04

6M ago1:04

1:04

We seem to get it with other forms of health. If someone asked you if respiratory health—how you breath—was related to your body, or to your environment, a picture would probably come to mind that would help you answer: ‘Both!’.https://jfl.com/x/social-determinants/In that picture, we might imagine someone with good underlying health, but living ne…

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How to Break a Bad Habit - Virgin Media TV Interview with JFL 7:05

2y ago7:05

7:05

How to break a bad habit — Muireann O'Connell and Alan Hughes chatted to JFL on Ireland AM. Broadcast on 2nd March 2022 on Virgin Media 1. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #habits #psychology #bodymindselfVideo + resources: https://jfl.com/x/how-to-break-a-bad-habit-virgin-media-tv-interview/If you find these ideas…

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Wellbeing - Ireland AM - Virgin Media TV Interview with Alan Hughes & JFL 8:23

2y ago8:23

8:23

Some reflections on #wellbeing + how to manage the bandwidth of it — a recent chat between JFL and Alan Hughes on Ireland AM at @powerscourtsprings health farm. Broadcast on 2nd February 2022 on Virgin Media 1. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #wellbeing #psychology #achievement #balance #communicatio…

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Radical Change: Changing the game rather than playing better 2:54

2+ y ago2:54

2:54

Radical Change: Changing the game rather than playing better #bodymindself #change #differentgame #lifechange #psychology #wellness #lifepurpose JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/Ii0OkMNmBcsIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic sugge…

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Mixed Reality Therapy Room: Utilising the physical, virtual & imaginal 30:18

2+ y ago30:18

30:18

Learn more about the Mixed Reality Therapy project, see the videos and find out how you can get involved at https://mixedrealitytherapy.org/By jfl.com

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Dangers of Reification 2:55

2+ y ago2:55

2:55

Dangers of Reification #bodymindself #reification #relationships #interpersonal #psychology JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/23GyoP3YrVEIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in the Comments or u…

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'Flaws': 2 strategies to deal with them 2:58

2+ y ago2:58

2:58

'Flaws': 2 strategies to deal with them #bodymindself #flaws #insecurity #confidence #selfesteem #socialanxiety #mentalhealth JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/4EgE-Znh6_4If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share yo…

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Fear Appreciation 2:54

2+ y ago2:54

2:54

Fear Appreciation #bodymindself #fear #halloween #anxiety #stress #psychoeducation #worry #psychology JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/IToyWuGLx2YIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in the Com…

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Holistic Achievement 2:51

2+ y ago2:51

2:51

Holistic Achievement #bodymindself #achievement #psychology #balance #holism #holistic #wellness - JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/Q4Ig98lGmu0If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in the Commen…

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Heuristics: 3 ways to improve your rules of thumb 2:55

2+ y ago2:55

2:55

Heuristics: 3 ways to improve your rules of thumb - #bodymindself #heuristics #habits #psychology #wellbeing #thinking - JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/GG7LrKwZ9OkIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your ex…

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Tiny Changes: 4 reasons they can be really effective 2:57

2+ y ago2:57

2:57

Tiny Changes: 4 reasons they can be really effective #bodymindself #change #psychology #achievement #progress #habits JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/AzdtlBY4RwYIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your exper…

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Curating the Museum of the Mind 2:56

2+ y ago2:56

2:56

Curating the Museum of the Mind #bodymindself #perception #psychology #values #museums JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/wpzvTtK_CCQIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in the Comments or using …

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Renegotiating Roles: Change over time 2:59

2+ y ago2:59

2:59

Renegotiating Roles: Change over time #bodymindself #identity #roles #change #relationships #connection JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/W0yAmageRqMIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in the C…

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Embrace the messiness... 2:31

2+ y ago2:31

2:31

Embrace the messiness... #bodymindself #embracethemessiness #productivity #balance #psychology #mentalhealth #worry #stress #wellbeing #achievement - JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/WlUWe-BFJT4If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic …

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How giving up can help you achieve things 2:47

2+ y ago2:47

2:47

How giving up can help you achieve things. #bodymindself #productivity #detachment #lettinggo #gettingthingsdone #achievement #accomplishment #success - JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/ojCHxGdLFzoIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, top…

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We're living in Virtual Reality (the constructive nature of perception) 2:51

2+ y ago2:51

2:51

We're living in Virtual Reality (the constructive nature of perception). #bodymindself #virtualreality #constructivism #perception #psychology #imagine - JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/4Y2AkebbuRsIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, to…

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How to get better at approaching people 2:51

2+ y ago2:51

2:51

How to get better at approaching people. #bodymindself #relationships #dating #socialanxiety #overthinking #worry #anxiety #loneliness #mentalhealth - JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.Video: https://youtu.be/0IifNNskTLMIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic…

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Why We Catastrophise (and what do do about it) 2:35

2+ y ago2:35

2:35

Why We Catastrophise (and what do do about it). JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #mindset #psychology #therapy #wellbeing #worryVideo: https://youtu.be/0xQRgFBAdRcIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in…

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Getting out of our own way... 1:00

2+ y ago1:00

1:00

Getting out of our own way... #bodymindself #progress #selfbelief #achievement #mindfulness #meditation #therapy #mentalhealth JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in the Comments or u…

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Sometimes we get things backwards... Don't wait to feel good 1:16

2+ y ago1:16

1:16

Sometimes we get things backwards... Don't wait to feel good. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #now #mindfulness #presence #worry #complicated #therapy #mentalhealth #wowIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experi…

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Remember to Relax! 1:10

2+ y ago1:10

1:10

Remember to Relax! JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #relax #therapy #mentalhealth #wellness #asmr #meditation #mindfulness #relaxation #worry #empath #kindness #selfesteem #stress #happy Video: https://youtu.be/v67lxfBrSjgIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribut…

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Imagination: the cause and the solution 2:24

3y ago2:24

2:24

Imagination: the cause and the solution. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #imagination #wellbeing #bodymindself #therapy #visualization #visualisation #meditation #peace #psychology If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experien…

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Be careful of Momentum... 1:56

3y ago1:56

1:56

How has momentum helped or harmed you in your life? #momentum #bodymindself #meditation #asmr #habits #therapy #mindfulness - JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing.If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share your experience in the Comments or us…

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Overwhelmed by social anxiety, pressures and guilt as restrictions ease? 98FM radio feature with JFL 11:04

3y ago11:04

11:04

It was great to chat with @RachaelRyan123 on @98FM #SaturdaySocial about feeling overwhelmed by #SocialAnxiety, pressures and #Guilt as restrictions ease.Check out the 5 Practical tips to help you come out of lockdown here: https://jfl.com/x/overwhelmed-by-the-social-anxiety-pressures-and-guilt-as-restrictions-ease/JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) expl…

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Worry is not related to how big the challenge is... 2:48

3y ago2:48

2:48

Worry is not related to how big the challenge is... JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #worry #imagination #challenges #whattodo #positivity #resiliance #strong #space #focus #attention #hypnosis #anxiety #fear #therapy If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute qu…

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Are you stuck at a crossroads? What to do... 2:59

3y ago2:59

2:59

Are you stuck at a crossroads? What to do... JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #crossroads #decisions #decisionmaking #stuck #motivation #clarity #worry #despair #therapy #purpose #lifepurpose #regrets #noregrets If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute question…

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Perspective: We often know more than we think we know... 2:16

3y ago2:16

2:16

We often know more than we think we know... JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #kindness #perception #bodymindself #timetravel #psychology #therapy #positivity #selfkindness #anxiety #motivation #feelgood #inspiration #happiness If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questio…

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Real Gratitude 2:04

3y ago2:04

2:04

There's gratitude, and then there's GRATITUDE!!!! JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) looks at the difference, including some tips on how to deal with challenges honestly and realistically while still remaining grateful. #bodymindself #gratitude #positivityIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic s…

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Don't Change: Do this instead... 3:05

3y ago3:05

3:05

While the idea of Change might be well intended, sometimes it's not the most helpful concept. This feature explores a possibly more useful approach. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #change #consistencyIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic s…

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Goals: 1 Minute Meditation 0:52

3y ago0:52

0:52

Goals: 1 Minute Meditation. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #meditation #mindfulness #1minutemeditation #goals #breath #wellbeing #wellness #mentalhealth #letgo #heal #stop #anxiety #positivityIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestio…

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Qualities: 1 Minute Meditation 1:00

3y ago1:00

1:00

Qualities: 1 Minute Meditation. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #meditation #mindfulness #1minutemeditation #qualities #breath #wellbeing #wellness #mentalhealth #letgo #heal #stop #anxiety #positivityIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic s…

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Thoughts: 1 Minute Meditation 1:00

3y ago1:00

1:00

Thoughts: 1 Minute Meditation. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #meditation #mindfulness #1minutemeditation #thoughts #breath #wellbeing #wellness #mentalhealth #letgo #heal #stop #anxiety #positivity If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic su…

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Focus: 1 Minute Meditation 1:00

3y ago1:00

1:00

Focus: 1 Minute Meditation. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #meditation #mindfulness #1minutemeditation #focus #breath #wellbeing #wellness #mentalhealth #letgo #heal #stop #anxiety #positivity If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggesti…

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Relax: 1 Minute Meditation 1:00

3y ago1:00

1:00

Relax: 1 Minute Meditation. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #meditation #mindfulness #1minutemeditation #relax #breath #wellbeing #wellness #mentalhealth #letgo #heal #stop #anxiety #positivity If you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggesti…

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Worrying Is Cool! How to worry in 2 easy steps 1:00

3y ago1:00

1:00

Worrying Is Cool! How to worry in 2 easy steps. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #worryingiscool #worry #stress #mentalhealth #fear #panic #anxiety #worrying #mindfulness #cbt #psychology #comedy #therapy #believeIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questio…

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Top 7 ways not to: Get Things Done 7:54

3y ago7:54

7:54

Top 7 ways not to: Get Things Done.Video here: https://youtu.be/7Z1EDvSmIR0#bodymindself #productivity #productivityhacks #psychology #gettingthingsdone #achieve #lifehacks #motivationBy jfl.com

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Why not try Repression! 1:00

3y ago1:00

1:00

Why not try Repression! JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #repression #therapy #feelings #sadness #comedy #anxiety #psychology #psychologytricks #worry #overthinking #laugh #fyp #now #bodymindselfIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, Subscribe and Share. You can contribute questions, topic suggestions and share …

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I’ve Lost My Motivation: Why this isn’t always a bad thing 14:07

3y ago14:07

14:07

Are you MAXIMALLY amped about this year? No? It’s okay, you’re among friends. This episode explores how sometimes motivation can be overrated. Included are some ways of shaking off past lethargy and moving forward in a way that is more aligned with your values (which channels a more peaceful and sustainable form of motivational energy). JFL (Dr Joh…

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Non-Binary Thinking: How to develop a flexible mindset 19:35

3y ago19:35

19:35

Binary thinking is where you put things into simple boxes: good/bad, healthy/unhealthy, friend/enemy etc. Non-binary thinking is where you empy out all those boxes and find ways of ordering their contents that are a little more flexible, nuanced and that can reveal previously hidden qualities and opportunities. Why not give it a go? :-) JFL (Dr Joh…

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Making Friends: What to do (and what not to do) for meaningful connection 16:48

3y ago16:48

16:48

Sometimes you inherit friends- but sometimes you don’t. Because of a change in circumstances, a move, or growing apart it might be time to make some new friends. But how? This episode explores the mindset and practical steps you can take to improve your social life. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #f…

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How To Avoid ZOOM Fatigue: The psychology of better video calls 10:19

3y ago10:19

10:19

When we were only making the occasional video call, it didn’t matter that much. Now that we’re doing it more often, having poor technique in how you setup and engage in video calls can really add up in terms of exhaustion and strain. This episode offers some practical tips to upgrade your approach. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psycholo…

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How To Be Likeable (as well as Authentic) 10:48

3y ago10:48

10:48

Is it wrong to want to be liked? Not at all, but there are definitely better and worse ways of going about it. This episode explores how to align your motivation and approach so that you develop naturally better relationships. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #likeable #relationshipsVideo: https://you…

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Bullying: What to do (and how zombie films can help) 10:08

3y ago10:08

10:08

Bullying can be a very challenging and destructive experience. Always get help, and this episode will explore some practical ways to gain perspective and move forward positively (with some lessons learnt from zombie films no less). JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #bullying #strengthVideo: https://you…

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How To Be Happy: Trying hard vs just being 8:12

3y ago8:12

8:12

There is something intuitive about working to achieve something that matters- and what could matter more than happiness? However, there is also something intuitive about just being, and embracing a more naturally occurring form of satisfaction. This episode explores the role of action in happiness. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psycholo…

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5 Practical tips to get your through Lockdown 3.0 (JFL on 98FM) 8:49

3y ago8:49

8:49

It was great to chat with Rachael Ryan on 98FM #SaturdaySocial about 5 ways to manage yet another lockdown. Sometimes what works the first time doesn't work as well the third time! You can read the 5 tips and get more resources here: https://jfl.com/x/5-practical-tips-to-get-your-through-lockdown-3-0-98fm/#bodymindself #lockdown #wellbeing JFL (Dr …

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Being Decisive: How to move forward without fear or regret 7:45

3y ago7:45

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Trapped at the crossroads of multiple options? It can be tricky. And, when you go to move forward down a path, you may get a flashforward of what could go wrong. This episode explores ways to gain greater clarity to help progress down the least worst path. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #decisive #c…

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Feeling A Lack Of Social Connection? Some useful steps you can take now 11:51

3y ago11:51

11:51

Somewhat ironically, lots of people feel alone. The pandemic has made this worse for many. This episode explores some ways to connect with others despite the obstacles. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #loneliness #connectionVideo: https://youtu.be/3PNgMnj0odMIf you find these ideas valuable do Like, …

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Is Now A Crazy Time To Start A Business? Yes—and here’s why you should still do it 10:33

3y ago10:33

10:33

Looking for a life of ease and even boredom, where each moment is less eventful than the one before? No? Then try starting a business! This episode explores ways to start a business (or adapt your existing business) during a pandemic. JFL (Dr John Francis Leader) explores the psychology of wellbeing. #bodymindself #business #startupVideo: https://y…

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The Uncertainty Of Recent Events: How to create your own Certainty 10:37

3+ y ago10:37

10:37

One of the hardest parts of the past year, for many of us, has been the uncertainty. While dealing with challenges can be hard, it can become that much harder when there is conflicting advice, people following different standards, and when we’re not sure what to expect. This episode explores how to find your own certainty. JFL (Dr John Francis Lead…

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